Betha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BEH-tha //ˈbɛθə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: House of God; English: Variant of Elizabeth
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Betha is derived from the Hebrew name Batya, which means "daughter of God." This name evolved through various linguistic transformations, beginning with the Hebrew root "bat," meaning "daughter." The name was adopted into Greek as "Batia," which later influenced its Latin forms. The transition into Old French and subsequently into Middle English saw the name take on various forms, including Betha, as it was adapted into different cultural contexts.
Historically, the name Betha has connections to biblical figures, particularly Batya, the daughter of Pharaoh who rescued Moses from the Nile, a story recounted in the Book of Exodus. This narrative, which dates back to the 13th century BCE, has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Jewish tradition.
The name also appears in various forms in Christian texts, where it has been associated with themes of divine favor and protection. Culturally, the name Betha carries connotations of strength and virtue, often linked to the qualities of nurturing and care associated with motherhood.
In medieval Europe, names derived from biblical origins were often favored for their spiritual significance, and Betha fits within this tradition. The name has also been used in various literary works and historical texts, further solidifying its place in cultural memory.
While diminutive forms such as Beth or Bess have emerged, Betha itself retains a distinct identity, reflecting its rich linguistic and historical heritage.
Famous people named Betha
In this section, you will find notable people named Betha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Betha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Betha who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Betha McNeil is a singer best known for her work in the gospel music genre.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Betha was first seen in the United States in 1886.
Betha has ranked as high as #899 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Betha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Betha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Betha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Betha
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Betha.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1886 | 7 |